Meaning of the word measures in English

What does measures mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

measures

US /ˈmɛʒərz/
UK /ˈmɛʒəz/

Plural Noun

1.

actions taken to achieve a purpose

Example:
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The government introduced new measures to control inflation.
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Safety measures were put in place after the accident.
2.

standards or units used to express size, quantity, or degree

Example:
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We need to take accurate measures of the room before buying furniture.
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The recipe calls for specific measures of ingredients.

Verb

to ascertain the size, amount, or degree of something by using an instrument or by comparison with a standard

Example:
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The tailor will measure you for a new suit.
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We need to measure the impact of these changes.